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downstream
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. downstream
  2. 2. lower reaches of a river
  3. 3. lower classes
Refers to the lower part of a river, closer to where it flows into the sea, or more broadly to a lower social or economic class. It can be used both literally for geography and figuratively for social standing.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Race you to the bridge downstream!" Misaki called out.

Sentence 2

Let me begin with the risk assessment for the downstream area.

Sentence 3

I walked all the way downstream along the river on my morning walk.

Sentence 4

How about you head downstream first and wait at the confluence?

Sentence 5

The sunset reflecting on the water downstream is beautiful.